Erica Jevons Sizemore Featured Photo By Simon Bratt/Shutterstock.com This is part of an ongoing series: What is Making the Triangle Area so Desirable? With nearly 25,000 people per year moving into Wake County, by 2030 another quarter million people will be living...
Featured Photo by Iczar Mendoza/Shutterstock.com It’s almost that time. The much anticipated return of the North Carolina State Fair. People all over the state are especially antsy for this year’s fair, after the pandemic resulted in being cancelled in 2020. This...
April showers bring May flowers, right? Well, it also signifies the start of the sneezing, itchy eyes, and stuffy nose that we know as allergies. Spring gets most of us looking forward to being outside again for the season, exposing us to different levels of indoor...
As the leaves begin to fall to the ground and the weather’s crisp air begins to creep in, it’s an annual reminder that the holiday season is quickly approaching. With that being said, unprecedented 2020 has brought forth a lot of challenges and questions surrounding...
If you’re looking to do business in North Carolina, it’s time to head to North Carolina. If you’re already here - we’ve got some great news. According to Site Selection’s rankings of best climates for business, North Carolina has tied Georgia for the number one spot...
By Jeannette Bodnar, Martin Communications Spring is here, and lots of fun events around Raleigh, N.C. offer up opportunities to pack up the family and head outside. Downtown Raleigh events draw big crowds, but you'll find some great springtime festivals and events in...
Home ownership is great. It’s an exciting step in one’s life, but it’s also a process. While the idea is appealing, potential buyers must wonder if the city that they want to buy in is a good investment. Will the property depreciate? Is this home in the right...
Everyone loves a warm, hearty bowl of chili on a cold winter night by the fireplace. This award-winning recipe is sure to please your family! Award Winning Chili Source: GeniusKitchen.com For more tasty recipes visit: GeniusKitchen.com Ready in: 2 hrs 15 mins Serves:...
by Jane Paige Flowers Plantation and Briar Chapel are some of the Triangle's most exciting communities. Imagine coming home every day to a resort lifestyle of pools, spas and parks. Walking and biking trails wind through woods to clubhouses with exercise classes for...
If you love going to Raleigh or Durham for special occasions but prefer the small town, slower way of living, then southeastern Wake County just might be for you. In Garner, Clayton, and Fuquay, you’ll find small town community, traditional local spots, and lower cost...
According to a recent report from the U.S. News & World Report, the Triangle is the seventh best place to live in the entire United States. Beating out cities such as Nashville and Boston, the Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill area cracked the Top 10 thanks in part to...
In case you aren’t aware, everyone wants to live in the Triangle. The market is still hot, with homes flying off of the market as soon as they are put up for sale. New home builders across the Triangle are having no problem selling their inventory as well,...
The word is in. Forbes Magazine has added a new category to its magazine, and North Carolina has made the list. Coming in at No. 2 on the “Best States for Business” list, North Carolina has seen successes despite losses from House Bill 2. In case you aren’t familiar...
A home is a home no matter how you look at it. But what about everything outside of the home? With so many people moving to or within the Triangle, builders have no option but to get creative when it comes to producing a “lifestyle” for the buyer. And that is exactly...
One of the great things about living in North Carolina is the fact that we have so many smart individuals residing in our state. Research Triangle Park is home to some of the most innovative technology, and many Triangle cities have been ranked as some of the best...
Pokémon GO is a recent phenomenon that has taken the nation by storm. If you have children, there’s a good chance that their time has been consumed by the app ever since its launch on July 6. According to Fortune Magazine, Nintendo’s market cap has doubled to $42...
If you want to live in a community where it's an easy walk to the tee box and the driving range is just a few minutes from your doorstep, keep reading. We've compiled a list of the best golf course communities in the Triangle, ranging from Wake Forest to Holly Springs...
Join the fun at the Southern Women's Show April 22 - 24 at the NC State Fairgrounds in Raleigh! Experience 400 shops, fashion shows, fun, shopping, cooking classes, health and fitness experts and more! It's more than a show, it's a destination. Tickets are $12 at the...
If you're looking for a new home under $200,000 in the Triangle area, we're a great place to start! There are many reputable builders to choose from, locations to pick, and amazing communities that offer homes in that price range. Let's take a look at what communities...
The Triangle area of North Carolina has so much going on during the holiday season, and great places to give, spread cheer and celebrate with friends, family and neighbors. Here's what's going on for the holidays in the Triangle! Historic Oakwood Candlelight Tour The...
Buyers are looking for more than just a home, they're looking for a lifestyle. These communities in the Triangle area offer just that. Carolina Arbors At Carolina Arbors, an active adult 55+ community of new homes in Durham by Del Webb, you can choose your ideal home,...
Fall is fast approaching, and it's the perfect weather to take long walks and camp out. There are many places around the Raleigh-Durham area that are ideal for new or experienced hikers, and those who want to take an overnight trip in the outdoors. Who needs the...
By Kelly McCall Branson Owning a home represents a far larger picture than just the house and the yard it sits on; it’s about the neighbors; it’s about the sidewalks that connect the neighbors and the open spaces that homeowners and their neighbors enjoy — together....
Durham Public Schools serve more than 33,000 students in 54 schools across the city and the county. Durham employs more than 2,500 teachers and administrators and boasts a 79.6 graduation rate (2013). Not only do they have strong partnerships with community...